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Do oil glands shrink as we age?

While it might seem logical that your skin's oil glands, or sebaceous glands, would shrink with age, scientific research reveals a more complex process. In reality, the glands often enlarge, but their function declines, leading to several age-related skin changes. This surprising reality is key to understanding and managing skin health as we mature.

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